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      Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes drops major hint over future after buying new £4m home amid Arsenal transfer interest

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      BRUNO GUIMARAES has boosted Newcastle’s hopes he will stay beyond the summer after buying a £4million house in the North East.The Brazilian midfielder, 26, has been heavily linked with a blockbuster move at the end of the season – with Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain all interested.Bruno Guimaraes has been attracting interest from the Premier League and EuropeCredit: RexHe has a £100m release clause, but there is no indication to suggest admirers are willing to pay that sum.According to The Telegraph there is “growing optimism” he will remain at St James’ Park for the start of the 2024/25 campaign.And that positive stance has been supported by the news that Guimaraes has purchased a new home in Daras Hall, an exclusive neighbourhood in Northumberland.It is understood he will make this residence his family home for his wife and two children.READ MORE ON ARSENALNewcastle will reportedly reject any bids below £100m, an approach they will also take when it comes to interest from striker Alexander Isak.Guimaraes joined Eddie Howe’s men from Lyon for £35m in January 2022.He has played 101 games for Newcastle, scoring 14 goals and assisting a further 14.He has started all but one of their Premier League games this season – which he missed in November due to suspension.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd he penned a new £150,000-a-week deal last year to keep him on Tyneside until 2028.Guimaraes’ agent Alexis Malavolta recently claimed his client is “very happy” at Newcastle.Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal being dumped out of Champions League by Bayern MunichHowe is keen to avoid selling key players in the summer, but the Toon may be forced to offload stars due to restrictions around profit and sustainability rules.Newcastle sit sixth in the Premier League table, above Manchester United on goal difference, and are on course for Europa League qualification.Guimaraes has been ever-present for Newcastle this season More

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      Emi Martinez slated by former Arsenal team-mate as he reveals Aston Villa star used to be completely different person

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      EMILIANO MARTINEZ has come in for a scathing attack from his one-time Arsenal clubmate Samir Nasri.The keeper earned legend status at Aston Villa with two penalty saves during Thursday’s Europa Conference League triumph at Lille.Aston Villa ace Emi Martinez was slammed by a former Arsenal team-mate for his anticsCredit: GettyEx-Arsenal star Samir Nasri is not impressed with Martinez’s anticsCredit: Getty Images – GettyMartinez wound up home fans with a series of shushing gestures during the shoot-out as Villa clinched their place in the semi-finals.The Argentine was already unpopular in France following his antics in the 2022 World Cup final.He first denied Randal Kolo Muani a certain late winner before using mind games to help his side win on penalties.Martinez, 31, has now incurred the wrath of former France midfielder Nasri.Read More on ArsenalThe 36-year-old spent the 2010-11 season at Arsenal alongside the keeper, who had arrived from home-country club Independiente.Future Manchester City ace Nasri told Canal Plus: “Martinez’s behaviour annoys me, all the more because he didn’t used to be like that before.”I knew him at Arsenal, when he was very young, and then he used to be very low-key.”But now that kind of behaviour has become his stock in trade.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”When you save a penalty you have no need to wind up the opposing fans by telling them ‘shush.'”I think that is very borderline conduct, especially as he doesn’t need to do it to show he exists.Watch Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez demand a minute’s silence for Mbappe in wild World Cup celebrations”He made that key save from Kolo Muani, there was that penalty shootout against France, and now once more against Lille.”He doesn’t need to say ‘shush’ to get people talking about him.”Martinez has stood out for Aston Villa between the sticks More

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      Arsenal ‘make £39m bid for top Bundesliga centre-back as Gunners move ahead of Liverpool in transfer race’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly tabled a bid for defender Willian Pacho, it’s been claimed.Pacho, 22, has been a shining light for Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt this season.Willian Pacho has caught the eye of several teams this seasonCredit: REXAnd the Ecuadorian’s impressive form is said to have caught the attention of Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.It was claimed earlier this week that the North Londoners have “inquired about” potentially signing him in the summer.And now Bolavip are claiming the Premier League big boys have tabled a £38million bid for the centre-back.The offer is said to be short of Frankfurt’s valuation of the player, whom they want a minimum of £43m for.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArsenal will likely face competition for the services of the Ecuador international.Prem rivals Liverpool are also said to be interested in bolstering their squad with the youngster – despite Jurgen Klopp’s imminent departure.The Merseysiders, however, have yet to table an offer for his services.Arsenal are said planning on splashing the cash this summer following their disappointing Champions League exit.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSunSport revealed that, following their quarter-final heartache against Bayern Munich the brass have sanctioned the strengthening of the team.We revealed how Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres are all on the radar.Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal being dumped out of Champions League by Bayern MunichSpeaking after the 3-2 aggregate defeat to Bayern Munich, Arteta said: “At the moment it is a gutted dressing room.”We are very disappointed. We have to go through it.”We tried against a team with a lot of experience. Through the tie, the margins have been very small.”Arsenal will be back in action on Saturday night, travelling to Molineux to take on Wolves. More

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      Arsenal set sights on world-class striker with eight players on transfer shortlist… ‘but four stars could leave’

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      ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.Boss Mikel Arteta needs firepower, with Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres all on the radar.Mikel Arteta is set to be given a war chest again this summerCredit: GettyThe Gunners are also being linked with an array of other stars as the club prepare to unleash their war chest.Arsenal have spent big in the last two summer windows, bringing in the likes of Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber for a combined £204.5million last year.This summer, signing a striker is the priority with Gabriel Jesus being plagued by injuries since he arrived in North London.Kai Havertz has had to fill the role for much of the summer, with the German and Jesus combining for 18 goals between them.READ MORE ON ARSENALSunSport understands the Arsenal hierarchy recognise Arteta’s squad currently lacks an attacking focal point and clinical edge in the final third.Isak, Sesko and Gyokeres are of particular interest.The Gunners have sent scouts to watch RB Leipzig’s 6ft 4in Slovenian Sesko, 20, and Sporting Lisbon’s Swedish former Coventry star Gyokeres.Sesko has a £43m release clause, but he is also being tracked by both Manchester United and Chelsea, while Gyokeres would cost upwards of £80m.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSesko has scored 13 goals in 37 appearances in Germany.Impressively, Gyokeres has bagged 36 goals and 16 assists in 44 games in all competitions after moving to Portugal from Championship Sky Blues in a £21m deal last July.’Nothing is authentic about this club’ – Arsenal fans brutally trolled for bizarre ‘Ford Fiesta’ chant in MunichIsak, 24, has hit 21 goals this season despite an injury-hit campaign.The Swede was scouted by Arsenal before his £60m Toon deal in 2022.Joshua Zikzee and Xavi Simons are also on the radar.Bologna’s Dutch wonder Zikzee is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe with the 6ft 4in 22-year-old forward valued at around £50m.Simons is a talent in the Bukayo Saka mould currently on loan at RB Leipzig from PSG, but would cost close to £80m to sign.Martin Zubimendi could prove an effective partner for Declan RiceAccording to The Mirror, Arteta also wants to sign players to provide competition for Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, who have been overused this season.Wolves winger Pedro Neto is a long-term target while Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams is another option, they claim.Arsenal appear to have cooled their interest in Ivan Toney but another name on their wishlist is Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who could be an effective partner for Declan Rice.To help fund incoming Arsenal could let a number of stars leave according to The Mirror, including Eddie Nketiah who is priced at £30m and a target for Crystal Palace.READ MORE SUN STORIESReiss Nelson is also available with Aaron Ramsdale’s future uncertain, having been demoted to David Raya’s understudy.There is also interest being shown in youth product Emile Smith Rowe who has recently returned to first-team action.Thomas Tuchel’s genius tactical tweak against ArsenalFANS hailed Thomas Tuchel’s tactical tweak that “took Bukayo Saka out of the game” in their Champions League victory against Arsenal.
      With regular full-back Alphonso Davies suspended, Tuchel deployed TWO full backs in his place in the shape of Noussair Mazraoui and Raphael Guerreiro.
      The duo doubled up on Saka, with Mazraoui at left-back and Guerreiro playing higher up, offering him protection from midfield.
      And the plan could not have worked out any better with Saka almost totally nullified.
      One fan noted: “Thomas Tuchel with a tactical masterclass today starting two full-backs on the left wing to keep Bukayo Saka locked down.
      “Through 75 minutes, Saka has 0 shots and 0 chances created. Just 19 accurate passes & 32 total touches…”
      Tuchel himself explained: “You have to defend a lot on that side. Arsenal’s right side is where most attacks usually start. That’s their danger side. That’s why we chose Rafa (Guerreiro).”
      Read more on Tuchel’s genius here. More

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      Sir Chips Keswick dead at 84: Former Arsenal chairman who oversaw four FA Cup triumphs dies as tributes pour in

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      FORMER Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick has died at the age of 84.Keswick was a lifelong Gunners supporter, and was a regular feature at Highbury when he was younger.Former Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick has diedCredit: Getty – ContributorKeswick took over as chairman in 2013 and oversaw four FA Cup triumphsCredit: Getty – ContributorAn Arsenal statement announced the sad news this morning.The club said: “It is with great sadness that the club reports the death of former Chairman, Sir Chips Keswick.”A lifelong Arsenal supporter, he was a regular at Highbury after first standing in the boys’ enclosure in 1949 and listed his early heroes as the Compton brothers and Jimmy Logie but, above all, goalkeeper – and later manager – George Swindin, as young Chips was a budding schoolboy keeper himself.”Keswick became the chairman of the north London side in 2013 having initially joined the club’s board alongside Lord Harris in November 2005.READ MORE ON ARSENALIn becoming chair he replaced Peter Hill-Wood.During his time there he oversaw the team winning four FA Cups, with his final year fittingly seeing the team win the 2020 FA Cup as he stepped down in May of that year.The tribute continued: “Retirement allowed him to spend more time with his beloved family as well as indulge in his other great sporting passion, horse racing – he was a respected owner of numerous racehorses over the years. “Sir Chips will be greatly missed by everyone at Arsenal who knew him and we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Lady Sarah and their children David, Tobias and Adam.”Most read in FootballKeswick had previously been a vice-chairman of Hambros bank between 1986 and 1998 and knighted by the Queen for services to banking in 1993.He was known to be a keen racehorse owner and owned some with the Queen.Keswick won the Cheltenham Festival Novices’ Handicap Chase in 2014 with Present View, trained by Jamie Snowden, but missed it because Arsenal were playing in Europe.After landing another Cheltenham win last year, he said on his first time miss: “It is great to be here this time. I had to watch Arsenal against Bayern and they beat us 3-1 (on aggregate).”I retired when I was 80 from the board. I think when you leave, you leave. “You shouldn’t hang around, but rest assured I watch Arsenal every time on the television.”Sir Chips Keswick “the perfect chairman”
      Sir John Chippendale “Chips” Lindley Keswick was a major figure at Arsenal Football Club.
      He joined the board in 2005 and then in 2013 was named chairman – a role he held for seven years.
      During that time as chairman, Arsenal won the FA Cup four times.
      He earned his money as chairman of Hambros Bank and as a director of the Bank of England.
      Upon his retirement as the most powerful man at Arsenal in 2020 he said: “It has been an honour to be the chairman of this great football club.
      “Arsenal has always held a special place in my life and that will remain the case in the future.”
      Current Arsenal owners Stan and Josh Kroenke said at the time he stepped down: “His extensive business knowledge and experience coupled with his deep love of Arsenal have made him the perfect chairman.”
      He was a lifelong Arsenal fan. More

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      Arsenal step up plans to sign world class striker in summer transfer after forwards flopped in Champions League

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      ARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world class forward in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.The Gunners crashed out in the quarter finals on Wednesday night without landing a meaningful blow on Bayern Munich in a drab second-leg 1-0 defeat at the Allianz Arena.Mikel Arteta must shrug off more Champions League frustrationCredit: GettyKai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Co struggled against Harry Kane’s BayernCredit: GettyOllie Watkins netted as Aston Villa beat Arsenal last Sunday but is tipped to be a summer target for ArtetaCredit: GettyAfter a first leg 2-2 draw at the Emirates, Mikel Arteta’s side had just three shots on target in Munich as Bayern defender Joshua Kimmich fired in the 63rd minute winner.And SunSport understands that the Arsenal hierarchy recognise that Arteta’s squad currently lacks an attacking focal point and clinical edge in the final third.Arteta has rotated the likes of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz in a central striker role this campaign, keeping Arsenal in the hunt for the Premier League title with six games left.However, that is the position that has ultimately cost them in Europe.READ MORE TOP STORIESAnd the North London club are ready to act quickly in the market to rectify that problem with an acceptance that it is needed to reach the next level.Havertz – a £65m signing from Chelsea last June – started against Bayern before Jesus was thrown on in the second half, but neither had a meaningful impact.Jesus has just eight goals in all competitions this term, while Havertz has 10.Arsenal have previously been interested in landing a traditional No.9, with Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres monitored.Most read in Champions LeagueNewcastle’s Alexander Isak is on the Gunners’ shortlistCredit: RexWinger Saka’s poor stats from Wednesday’s woe reflect Arsenal’s failingsHowever, SunSport understands Arteta is now keen on bringing in a more versatile, modern forward, one who can influence games down the middle as well as from out wide.Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, 24, and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, 20, are players of interest, as is Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, 28, but his age remains a sticking point.Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal being dumped out of Champions League by Bayern MunichArsenal’s plan to strengthen will not just focus on attacking areas, but to provide general depth – something which they currently lack and has led to their recent drop in form.SunSport understands that the Arsenal hierarchy are concerned with the fatigue that has hit several star names at this stage of the season, highlighted in Sunday’s 2-0 loss to Villa.The likes of Jesus, skipper Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Ben White, Jorginho and Takehiro Tomiyasu have all carried niggling injuries and played through the pain without a much-needed rest period or chance for recovery this season.Arteta rarely rotates, mainly due to the fact he does not trust fringe players like Fabio Vieira, Emile Smith Rowe, Eddie Nketiah or Reiss Nelson to step in and make an impact.The Spanish coach has previously admitted he wants a squad of 22 elite players he can consistently swap in and out, much like Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, something Arsenal hope to achieve over the next few windows.Benjamin Sesko is still on Arsenal’s radar after shining for RB LeipzigCredit: GettyViktor Gyokeres, right, is the fourth top name being mentionedCredit: AFP More

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      Arsenal’s ‘spooky’ April curse leaves fans astonished with third Mikel Arteta season on verge of being torpedoed

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      ARSENAL fans have bemoaned their April “curse” as another season threatens to go off the rails in the month.Defeat in the Champions League to Bayern Munich last night saw the Gunners dream of making a first semi-final since 2009 left in tatters. Mikel Arteta’s side have fallen foul of their April curseCredit: RexIt is the third year running Arsenal have seen their season derail in AprilCredit: GettyThat followed a 2-0 loss at home to Aston Villa which saw Manchester City regain the advantage in this season’s title race, another dream of the Gunners having not won it in 20 years. However, a consistent reality of the last three seasons has seen results for Mikel Arteta’s side crumble in the month of April.When Arsenal were gunning for the top four in 2022, a three-game stretch at the start of the month saw them lose to Crystal Palace, Brighton and Southampton.And despite bouncing back to win their final two games of the month, in the end it would cost them as two back-to-back defeats in May allowed Tottenham to pip them to fourth.READ MORE ON ARSENALMeanwhile, last season saw Arsenal in a title race, but three draws on the spin against Liverpool, West Ham and Southampton before a defeat to Manchester City saw them relinquish their top spot.And history in threatening to repeat itself this season.Thomas Tuchel’s genius tactical tweak against ArsenalFANS hailed Thomas Tuchel’s tactical tweak that “took Bukayo Saka out of the game” in their Champions League victory against Arsenal.
      With regular full-back Alphonso Davies suspended, Tuchel deployed TWO full backs in his place in the shape of Noussair Mazraoui and Raphael Guerreiro.
      The duo doubled up on Saka, with Mazraoui at left-back and Guerreiro playing higher up, offering him protection from midfield.
      And the plan could not have worked out any better with Saka almost totally nullified.
      One fan noted: “Thomas Tuchel with a tactical masterclass today starting two full-backs on the left wing to keep Bukayo Saka locked down.
      “Through 75 minutes, Saka has 0 shots and 0 chances created. Just 19 accurate passes & 32 total touches…”
      Tuchel himself explained: “You have to defend a lot on that side. Arsenal’s right side is where most attacks usually start. That’s their danger side. That’s why we chose Rafa (Guerreiro).”
      Read more on Tuchel’s genius here.

      Arsenal, who are in a title race and the Champions League quarter-finals, have seen their form slip up massively.Despite a wins over Brighton and Luton at the start of the month, this followed a 2-2 draw at the Emirates against Bayern Munich, before a 2-0 loss to Aston Villa and 1-0 loss to Bayern yesterday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSReacting to the deja vu results, one fan said online: “Arsenal in April, spooky times.”A second said: “April curse continues.”‘Nothing is authentic about this club’ – Arsenal fans brutally trolled for bizarre ‘Ford Fiesta’ chant in MunichA third added: “Football heritage.”Another said: “Arsenal is the biggest April fool.”Arsenal have three games left in the month to try and dispel their curse and get their season back on track, with those matches coming against Wolves, Chelsea and Tottenham.Arsenal April fixturesHere’s how Arsenal have performed in the April over the last three seasons.
      2021/22
      Crystal Palace (A) 3-0 L
      Brighton (H) 1-2 L
      Southampton (A) 1-0 L
      Chelsea (A) 2-4 W
      Man Utd (H) 3-1 W
      2022/23
      Leeds (H) 4-1 W
      Liverpool (A) 2-2 D
      West Ham (A) 2-2 D
      Southampton (H) 3-3 D
      Man City (A) 4-1 L
      2023/24*
      Luton (H) 2-0 W
      Brighton (A) 0-3 W
      Bayern Munich (H) 2-2 D
      Aston Villa (H) 0-2 L
      Bayern Munich (A) 1-0 L
      *Wolves, Chelsea and Tottenham still to play
      Overall April record in last three years:
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      Wolves vs Arsenal preview: Best free betting tips, odds and predictions for Premier League clash

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      ARSENAL are in desperate need of a pick-me-up after a disastrous week which has threatened their season to unravel.They head to Molineux to face Wolves in a rare Saturday late kick off, so SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest – and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses for the encounter.Best free bets for Wolves vs Arsenal
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      Hav thatFor all the recent praise handed to Kai Havertz, he has the same amount of yellow cards in the league as he does goals.That’s a damning stat for the Gunners centre forward and goes some way to explaining their lack of cutting edge recently.Nine goals and nine yellows in the league, yet he’s 17/10 to score anytime and a much, much bigger price to be booked. Away from home and his team under pressure? I’m going after that value.
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      Rice-ly does itDeclan Rice’s own performances have dropped significantly in the past few weeks.Maybe the season is finally catching up with him as he finds himself in the heart of the midfield every game.Regardless, he can still be the Gunners driving force and against a team like Wolves who have the ability to sit in, his efforts from distance could be profitable for the Gunners – and this bet!
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